As part of our first ever Retiree Summer Photo Contest, we received more than 110 photos from you showcasing moments from your summer activities and travels. Winners and honorable mentions were selected based on creativity, overall photo quality, and exemplifying the category theme. Check out the photo gallery! »
Gear Up for Benefits Open Enrollment
Your annual opportunity to change your benefits elections takes place on Monday, October 24 through Friday, November 11. Elections made will go into effect on January 1, 2017. Retirees will receive a Guidebook to Open Enrollment newsletter and an updated Retiree Benefits Summary by mail in Mid-October to the mailing address on record. Learn more »
GSE Research Study Results:
Purpose in the Encore Years
In our winter issue, we featured a study on how older Americans can live more purposeful lives in their "encore years." In this issue, we follow up with the study's research team on their initial findings, including the importance of "purpose beyond the self." Read more »
Feedback / Contribute to the Retiree Insider:
Have an article to contribute or an idea for one? Let us know! Send your comments, questions or corrections to HR Communications.
Enjoy the health benefits of gardening and good company by volunteering at the Stanford Educational Farm, a six-acre living laboratory of sustainable agriculture. Retirees are welcome during weekly volunteer hours to plant crops, mulch or harvest fresh produce for the campus. Learn more.
Upcoming Events
Weeding Your Way to Wellness. Sept. 29-Dec. 1, 7-7:50 a.m. Sip tea brewed from fresh herbs and enjoy meditative weeding at the Stanford Educational Farm. Register for weeds-01 (free course).
The Interpersonal Matrix: Ten Things You Need to Know to Understand People. Sept. 29, 12-1 p.m. Learn how to communicate effectively from the author of the bestelling book, The Personality Patterns. Register online (free workshop).
Inauguration of Marc Tessier-Lavigne. Oct. 21. The ceremony inducting Stanford's 11th president will be webcast live from 9:30-11 a.m. Learn more.
More Stanford Events
• Stanford 125:
Celebrate with special author
events, lectures, and exhibits.
• Cardinal at Work: Financial seminars, mobile
Kaiser clinics, and more. • Stanford For You: View notable events by
category (art, business,
health) for the month.
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